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nonmetal

/ˌnɑːnˈmɛt̬.əl/
(UK: non-metal)
non · met · al
Plural:nonmetals
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Adjective:nonmetallic
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nonmetal Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A chemical element, such as oxygen, carbon, or sulfur, that lacks metallic properties, conducts heat and electricity poorly, and typically forms acidic oxides and negative ions.

Example

"In chemistry class, the students learned how an ionic bond forms when a metal transfers electrons to a nonmetal."

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• adjective

1

Consisting of, relating to, or having the properties of a nonmetallic material or chemical element.

Example

"The engineer selected a lightweight, nonmetal casing to prevent electrical interference with the internal sensors."

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Nonmetal. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/nonmetal
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